1958 AC Aceca vs. 1989 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet APV is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 696 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Because 1958 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet APV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1989 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | APV |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
